Jackson Spring
ISO 9001 • IATF 16949 • ITAR • FFL
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Compression Springs
Open-coil helical springs designed to resist compressive forces. Available in cylindrical, conical, barrel, and hourglass profiles to suit tight envelope and load requirements.
- Wire range 0.2mm to 12.0mm
- Closed ends ground or unground
- Open wound configurations available
- Profiles: Conical, Cylindrical, Hourglass, Barrel
- Variable pitch for progressive rate applications
- Stress relief, shot peen, end grind as secondary ops
Extension Springs
Close-wound springs that store energy and create a pull-back force. Multiple hook and loop configurations available to suit your assembly requirements.
- Wire range 0.25mm to 6.0mm
- Close wound standard; open wound available on review
- Hook styles: Crossover, German/Machine, Extended, Side loops
- Initial tension controlled to print spec
- Stress relief and shot peen available
Torsion Springs
Springs that exert a rotational force when deflected. Straight leg, hook, and hinge configurations are standard. Custom end forms produced to print.
- Wire range 0.25mm to 6.0mm
- Custom end configurations produced to print
- Straight leg, hook, hinge and crossbar ends
- Left and right-hand wind available
- Stress relief standard on most programs
Wireforms and Fourslide
Complex two and three-dimensional wire shapes produced on CNC wireforming and fourslide equipment. Ideal for clips, brackets, retaining forms, and custom assemblies.
- Wire range 0.2mm to 6.0mm
- CNC wireforming and fourslide production
- Complex 2D and 3D geometries to print
- Music wire, stainless, phosphor bronze, Inconel and more
- Secondary ops: plating, coating, assembly, kitting
| Materials | Music Wire, High Tensile Music Wire, Rocket Wire, Missile Wire, Pre-plated Music Wire, Stainless Steel (302/304/316/17-7), HDMB, Oil Tempered, Oil Tempered Chrome Silicon, Valve Quality Chrome Silicon, Phosphor Bronze, Inconel, 3-Strand Wire. Additional materials available on request. |
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| Wire Diameters | 0.008 to 0.312 in (0.20 to 7.9 mm) typical |
| Part Envelope | OD to approximately 6 in typical; lengths to approximately 24 in. Broader ranges considered on review. |
| Typical Tolerances | OD ±0.005 in. Free length ±0.010 in. Rate/force per print or DIN/ASME. Tighter bands available on review. |
| Volumes / MOQs | Prototype through multi-million pieces per year. Blanket PO with scheduled releases accommodated. |
| Lead Times | New program introduction 2 to 4 weeks. Production 4 to 8 weeks. Expedites available when releases permit. |
| Secondary Ops | End grind, stress relief, heat treat, shot peen, plating, coatings, assembly, kitting |
| QA / Documentation | ISO 9001, IATF 16949. PPAP Level 1 through 3. FAI. Certificate of Conformance. Full traceability per order. |
A great fit for
- PPAP and FAI-driven programs in automotive, industrial, and defense
- Programs with tight cycle-life or load requirements where DFM input adds value
- Multi-family spring programs that benefit from shared tooling strategies
- Aerospace and medical programs requiring full traceability and cert documentation
- Firearms and defense programs requiring ITAR-compliant domestic sourcing
Not the right fit for
- Catalog or commodity purchases without a print
- Requests requiring offshore or non-domestic manufacturing
- Same-day or next-day emergency builds
- Programs with no documentation or quality system requirements
Additional Information
Equipment
- 40+ CNC Wire Formers
- 10 Mechanical Wire Formers
- 45+ CNC Coilers
- 4 Mechanical 4-Slide Machines
- 20+ Spring Grinders
Certified Outside Process Capabilities
Jackson Spring works with certified outside processors for finishing and surface treatment. All outside processes are performed by approved suppliers under their quality system.
- Shot Peening
- E-Coating
- Magni Plating
- Black Oxide Plating
- Chrome Plating
- Powder Coating
- Phosphate and Oil
- Electroless and Electrolytic Nickel Plating
- PTFE Plating
- Electropolishing
- Magnetic Inspection
Markets Served
Jackson Spring supplies precision springs and wireforms to a broad range of industries. Programs range from prototype development through high-volume production.
- Aerospace and Defense
- Automotive OE and Aftermarket
- Firearms and Military
- Medical and Healthcare
- Industrial Valve and Safety Relief Valve
- Rotary Sealing
- Agriculture and Lawn and Garden
- Trucking and Heavy Equipment
- Spring Industry
In-House Process Capabilities
All core manufacturing and secondary operations are performed in-house at Jackson Spring's facility in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.
- Grinding
- Welding
- Color Coating and Painting
- Passivation
- Tumbling
- Stress Relieving
- Assembly and Kitting
- Cycle Testing
- 3D Printing
- PPAP Services
- Full Spring Quality Lab Inspection
Certifications
Jackson Spring holds the following certifications and registrations. Documentation and certificates of conformance are available per order.
- IATF 16949:2016
- ISO 9001:2015
- DFARS Compliant
- ITAR Registered
- FFL Licensed
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